Cheers to goodbye
I cannot believe how quickly my exchange has come to an end. In just 2 days, I will be on my way back to Aotearoa and I must admit, I’m surprised by how hard it has been to say goodbye. Continue reading Cheers to goodbye
Rowing in Japan
This year I have had the incredible opportunity to spend two semesters in Japan on the intensive Japanese language programme at Kwansei Gakuin University, and one of the best parts of the experience has been joining the university’s rowing club. Continue reading Rowing in Japan
A Week of Lasts
I can hardly believe I’m in my final days at Lancaster University here in England. After years of planning and anticipating this time, it is nearly over, and it has gone so quickly! It is a week of ‘lasts.’ Last Criminology class, last time I’m going grocery shopping on the university’s free bus, last time I visit town, last time I go to the incredible library here, last time I do laundry, etc. I know I will feel a mixture of sadness, but also satisfaction when I get on the train out of here at the end of the week. Continue reading A Week of Lasts
Māori in Hawai’i. From Waikato to Hilo Hawai’i.
I am a third-year double major student in Te Reo Māori and Indigenous studies at the University of Waikato. I am a proud Māori originally from the Horowhenua region in Aotearoa (New Zealand) and have lived in the Waikato region for 10 years. I have been fortunate to study at the University of Hawai’i Hilo in the fall semester before I graduate with my degree. Continue reading Māori in Hawai’i. From Waikato to Hilo Hawai’i.
Life in Hawai’i
My semester abroad has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life. Looking back now, I know that I have massively grown emotionally, mentally, and culturally. This experience has been truly incredible. I would recommend it to anyone. Continue reading Life in Hawai’i
Balancing Study and Adventure at ASU
My exchange to ASU in Arizona, USA has been one of the best experiences of my life. I have met so many amazing people, travelled around the southwest of the USA, and gotten a completely different education experience to New Zealand. Continue reading Balancing Study and Adventure at ASU
Excited, Curious and Absolutely Terrified
Kia ora! My name is Sarah Smith and I am incredibly fortunate to be heading to Cardiff University for a trimester exchange at the beginning of 2026. By the time I’m in Cardiff, I’ll be a third year psychology student studying a Bachelor of Social Sciences, and I am absolutely fizzing to start exploring Cymru (Wales)! Continue reading Excited, Curious and Absolutely Terrified
From VW Camper Tales to My Own Cardiff Journey
Hi everyone! My name is Jasmyn, and I’m going into my third year of a Bachelor of Social Science, majoring in psychology. I chose to go on an exchange because the U.K. — and overseas travel in general — is how my parents met. Continue reading From VW Camper Tales to My Own Cardiff Journey
Climate Change in Cardiff
Kia ora, my name is Ayla Montgomerie, and I have just completed my second year studying a Bachelor of Climate Change, majoring in Environmental Planning, and minoring in Education and Society. I am excited to attend Cardiff University in Wales for the Spring Trimester in 2026. Continue reading Climate Change in Cardiff
Sports in Stirling
Hi, my name is Rhys Trask, and in 2026, I’m going into my 2nd year of university, majoring in human performance science and sport development and coaching. Continue reading Sports in Stirling
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